Dental treatment for patients with dental phobia

Cheong, Ji-eun

doi:2022.60.1.30

J Korean Dent Assoc > Volume 60(1); 2022 > Article

The Journal of The Korean Dental Association 2022;60(1):30-38.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22974/jkda.2021.60.1.003 Published online December 31, 2021.

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Dental treatment for patients with dental phobia

Ji-eun Cheong

Advanced General Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Yonsei university

Correspondence: Ji-eun Cheong, Tel: 82-2-2228-8979,
Email: jjeah16@yuhs.ac

Abstract

Proper communication before procedure is key for treating patients with dental phobia. As dentists may face difficulties treating dental phobic patients in a dental office, they may require other ways to alleviate anxiety and dental fear. Even if the treatment is a simple procedure in a dental office, thoughtful consideration must be given to these patients. Extremely anxious or dental phobic patients may require sedation or even general an-esthesia. Such cases will require proper preparation following sufficient communication with the patient before the procedure. Following the procedure, the dentist must provide thorough oral health education and preventive care through regular dental appointments.

Key Words: Dental phobia, Dental fear; Dental disability